Riverside County Department of Housing & Workforce Solutions

The Riverside County Board of Supervisors recognized this year’s outstanding Youth Advisory Council (YAC) leaders and Spirit Award recipients! Over the past year, more than 160 high school students volunteered their time to support county events, learn about local government, and amplify the voice of youth across our communities.

Youth Commission Coordinator Joe Matthews introduced district YAC coordinators and honored commissioners, co‑commissioners, and Spirit Award winners for their exceptional leadership and service. Many of these remarkable students are heading to top universities including UC Berkeley, Stanford, UC Irvine, UCSB, and Cal Poly Pomona pursuing studies in political science, engineering, English, communications, and more.

Supervisors and staff applauded the students’ dedication, energy, and civic engagement, emphasizing how vital youth perspectives are in shaping the future of Riverside County. Congratulations to all the 2026 Youth Advisory Council awardees! Your hard work, passion, and commitment truly inspire us.

To learn more about the Youth Advisory Council please visit https://rivcoyac.org/.

Important update for our Temecula location. At this time, appointments are closed at our Temecula location. On-site services will be provided on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 9am-3pm. Hours at all other locations remain unchanged.

Required documents:
Current Electric Bill (all pages)
Current Gas/Propane Bill (all pages)
SSA/SSI Award Letter (2026) or Current Month Bank Statement
Current Month Pension or VA Disability Letter
Current Month Notice of Action or Verification of Benefits
Last 4 Weeks of Household Income (pay stubs)
U.S. Birth Certificate, Passport, or Resident Card (Applicant Only)
Social Security Card (Applicant Only)
ID or Driver License (Applicant Only)

For questions, please email us at [email protected].

🚨 Riverside County Employers: Up to $9,600 in Wage Reimbursement! 🚨

The Employer Connect Program ends in a few weeks, but we are still accepting businesses on our waitlist for the last remaining dollars.

Through this initiative, employers may receive 100% wage reimbursement up to $20/hour for the first 480 hours for a total of up to $9,600 for hiring and training a new employee. Eligible employers must have hired a new employee on or after January 1, 2025.

Participants also receive a two‑hour virtual training for their new hire, focused on Riverside County’s homelessness services and referral resources that will equip staff to respond confidently and compassionately to homelessness‑related concerns.

Please note: Businesses may only participate once, and repeat participation is not permitted. 📣 Act now before the program concludes! For more information, contact Arlis Perez at [email protected] or (760) 863‑2521.

Riverside County Office of Economic Development

What if your next career opportunity was waiting for you in one room?

The Moreno Valley BERC, Riverside County Workforce Development Division, and Loma Linda VA Homeless Veteran Community Employment Services is hosting The Moreno Valley Regional Job Fair. They are bringing together 70+ employers and resources across the Inland Empire! Meet recruiters face-to-face, learn about available positions, and workshops designed to strengthen your job search.

Register today through the link below!
shorturl.at/wYcxo

and 🌟 Join us on June 15 at 6:00 PM at the Mecca Community Center, in person or online!

Our last meeting is in July so join us to discuss important community-identified projects before it's too late. Simultaneous translation, beverages, and snacks provided. Bring a neighbor!

These projects are supported by the California Strategic Growth Council’s Transformative Climate Communities Program in partnership with California Department of Conservation
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y 🌟 ¡Acompáñanos el 15 de junio a las 6 de la tarde en el Centro Comunitario de Mecca, en persona o en línea!

Nuestra última reunión es en julio, así que únete a nosotros para hablar de importantes proyectos identificados por la comunidad antes de que sea demasiado tarde. Se ofrecerá traducción simultánea, bebidas y bocadillos. ¡Trae a un vecino!

Estos proyectos cuentan con el apoyo del Programa de Comunidades Climáticas Transformadoras del Consejo de Crecimiento Estratégico de California, en colaboración con

Desert Recreation District
County of Riverside - Government
GRID Alternatives Southern California
Riverside County Department of Housing & Workforce Solutions
Transportation and Land Management Agency - TLMA Riverside County

If you are looking for work but can't get to a Workforce Development Center, Riverside County career coaches are bringing support directly into our communities. These drop-in locations make it easier than ever to get help with resumes, applications, interviews, and more, right where you are. Accessible, local, and free. This is a valuable tool for anyone starting or restarting their job search.

Check out the weekly locations and times below and stop by for personalized support.

MONDAY, 9AM-11AM
Beaumont Adult School
1575 Cherry Ave., Beaumont

MONDAY, 12PM-2PM
Wildomar Library
34303 Mission Trail, Wildomar

WEDNESDAY, 9AM-12PM
Jurupa Valley Resource Center
8300 Limonite Ave., Jurupa Valley

WEDNESDAY, 2PM-4:30PM
Mead Valley Library
21580 Oakwood St., Mead Valley

THURSDAY, 10AM-12PM
Mission Hope
41760 Rider Way, Temecula

THURSDAY, 1PM-4:30PM
Perris Library
163 E San Jacinto, Perris

THURSDAY, 2PM-4PM
French Valley Library
131526 Skyview Rd., Wi******er

1st/3rd THURSDAY, 1PM-4PM
Louise Rubidoux Library
5840 Mission Blvd., Jurupa Valley

Learn more about Riverside County Workforce Development at https://rivcoworkforce.org/

This WIOA Title I financially assisted program or activity is an equal opportunity employer/program. Equal Opportunity Notice. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Please call 951.955.3100, 951.955.3744 TTY, CA Relay 711, or [email protected] 5 to 7 days in advance.

🚨 Riverside County Employers: Final Opportunity! 🚨

The Employer Connect Program ends at the end of this month, and funding is extremely limited. We are now accepting businesses on our waitlist for the last remaining dollars.

Through this initiative, employers may receive 100% wage reimbursement up to $20/hour for the first 480 hours—a total of up to $9,600 for hiring and training a new employee. Eligible employers must have hired a new employee on or after January 1, 2025.

Participants also receive a two‑hour virtual training for their new hire, focused on Riverside County’s homelessness services and referral resources—equipping staff to respond confidently and compassionately to homelessness‑related concerns.

Please note: Businesses may only participate once, and repeat participation is not permitted.

📣 Act now before the program concludes!

For more information, contact Arlis Perez at [email protected] or (760) 863‑2521.

Riverside County Office of Economic Development

There is no better feeling than helping clients stabilize and begin a path toward long‑term success. Walking alongside individuals as they share the traumatic experiences that led to their homelessness, while providing ongoing support through their journey. Together, our Office of Homeless Services and our dedicated partners navigate each step, overcome challenges, and help people rebuild the foundation they need to become self‑sufficient and thrive.

The San Jacinto River Bottom outreach team has served 530 individuals and successfully housed 316 individuals, while providing street outreach services and comprehensive wrap‑around care throughout the Hemet and San Jacinto region. Through this work, clients receive housing assistance, consistent street outreach, mental health and substance‑use support, and workforce connection programs designed to promote long‑term stability.

Our Street Outreach Teams meet people where they are, building trust through in‑person engagement and opening pathways to critical services. Housing and shelter programs offer safe spaces for those ready to transition off the streets, while comprehensive care including behavioral health support, substance‑use counseling, and employment programs made possible through strong partnerships.

This work would not be possible without our incredible partners who stand with us every day to ensure help reaches those who need it most. Thank you to our dedicated partners, including City Net Homeless Services, City of Hemet, City of San Jacinto, CA, Riverside University Health System - Behavioral Health, Riverside County Department of Public Social Services - Adult Protective Services, Healthcare in Action, Housing Authority of the County of Riverside, Riverside County Office of Homeless Services, Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District, and Supervisor Dr. Yxstian Gutierrez. Your commitment truly makes all the difference.



City of San Jacinto - City Government Riverside University Health System - Behavioral Health Riverside County Department of Public Social Services - Adult Protective Services The Housing Authority of the County of Riverside Riverside County Continuum of Care Rivcoparks Supervisor Yxstian Gutierrez